Topic: Psychological Warfare

47 chapters across the catalog

Battle Rhythm
Episode 1824 1:04:19 - 1:07:45

1824: Battle Rhythm

Michael Flynn, Military Intelligence Operations

A discussion regarding General Michael Flynn's potential ongoing intelligence operations and his influence on figures like Patrick Byrne and Laura Logan. The hosts speculate that Flynn may be running a "smoke out" operation to identify disloyal factions within the military and government.

The Fog
Episode 1726 2:19:42 - 2:24:55

1726: The Fog

Pager Activation, Psychological Warfare, Moral Reputation

The activation of the explosive pagers on September 17, 2024, caused widespread mayhem in Lebanon, maiming thousands of Hezbollah members. The operation was designed to overwhelm hospitals and serve as a "living proof" of Israeli superiority. While the attack severely disrupted Hezbollah's chain of command, it raised international questions regarding Israel's moral reputation and the use of psychological terror.

This Actually Happened!
Episode 1722 1:10:33 - 1:12:52

1722: This Actually Happened!

Hospital Financial Incentives, CCP Information Warfare

Claims surfaced that hospitals received $29,000 per COVID-19 patient, creating a potential financial incentive for high diagnosis rates. The discussion transitions into the concept of psychological warfare, comparing how different people interpret the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) handling of the virus. It argues that the CCP manipulated data and silenced doctors to mislead the global community about the outbreak's severity.

Friendshoring
Episode 1664 9:53 - 14:03

1664: Friendshoring

North Korea Trash Balloons, South Korea Propaganda and Low-Tech Warfare

North Korea launched over 260 balloons filled with garbage and manure into South Korean territory as retaliation for propaganda leaflets and K-pop media sent by activists. South Korean authorities dispatched chemical warfare specialists to inspect the debris, which primarily consisted of household waste. The incident highlights a low-tech psychological warfare escalation between the neighboring nations involving buoyant trash bags and helium.

Munich Meetup
Episode 1635 1:14:06 - 1:24:52

1635: Munich Meetup

NATO Hybrid Warfare, Social Media Influence Operations

Following the 2016 Brexit vote, NATO formally committed to hybrid warfare as a core capacity, focusing on the control of social media ecosystems. Mike Benz asserts that the military-industrial complex views domestic populist movements as Russian proxies, justifying the use of psychological operations against Western citizens. This infrastructure, originally designed for foreign regime change, is allegedly being redirected to influence domestic elections and maintain the "rules-based international order."

Buying Quiet
Episode 1616 9:02 - 12:23

1616: Buying Quiet

Leave the World Behind Film and Obama Production

The Netflix film Leave the World Behind, produced by Higher Ground Productions, is analyzed as a tool for normalizing the concept of societal collapse. Claims are made that the Obamas were attached to the project to legitimize themes of fear and chaos, potentially to drive support for increased military spending.

Satchel of Richards
Episode 1517 31:09 - 32:48

1517: Satchel of Richards

PBS NewsHour Staff Masking and Media Bias

During the send-off for Judy Woodruff, the PBS NewsHour staff is shown wearing masks in the studio, which the hosts interpret as a sign of being "duped" by lopsided news presentations. They characterize the continued use of masks in 2023 as a result of successful psychological warfare and a lack of critical thinking within mainstream media organizations.

Torture Telephone
Episode 1488 2:47:24 - 2:51:10

1488: Torture Telephone

Russian Propaganda, Alla Pukacheva and "Torture Devices"

Russian pop star Alla Pukacheva spoke out against the invasion of Ukraine, a move compared to Dolly Parton or Madonna turning against a U.S. president. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials claimed to have found "torture rooms" in liberated areas of Kharkiv, displaying items like a hand-cranked field phone used for electric shocks. Critics argue these reports are part of an ongoing psychological warfare campaign to portray the Russian military as technologically backward and uniquely cruel.

Si Senor
Episode 1487 24:28 - 27:28

1487: Si Senor

NPR Psychological Tactics and Urgency Arc Segues

NPR is criticized for using a new "urgency arc" formatting technique where unrelated stories are merged without clear transitions. This method is described as a psychological tactic designed to jar listeners and maintain engagement by blending high-profile events, such as the Queen's funeral, with political topics like prisoner negotiations.

Si Senor
Episode 1487 2:41:45 - 2:43:49

1487: Si Senor

Psychological Warfare Strategy Against Russia

Former intelligence officials suggest that the U.S. should wage psychological warfare against Russia by exploiting internal ethnic resentments and exposing government corruption. The strategy moves away from Cold War-era "American Dream" messaging in favor of more aggressive information operations.

G.E.R.M.
Episode 1447 1:16:40 - 1:21:27

1447: G.E.R.M.

War Crimes Investigations in Bucha and Moshtun

Ukrainian prosecutors are investigating thousands of alleged war crimes, including murder and torture in towns like Bucha and Moshtun. The Ukrainian Defense Ministry released the names and photos of ten Russian soldiers, dubbed the "Despicable 10," accused of atrocities. The hosts express skepticism regarding the speed and methods of these identifications, suggesting the reports serve as "trauma-based entertainment."

COVID Medley
Episode 1440 1:04:39 - 1:07:30

1440: COVID Medley

Asymptomatic Transmission, Chinese Political Warfare

The World Health Organization (WHO) releases a bombshell assertion that asymptomatic transmission is rare, contradicting previous narratives. Meanwhile, discussions turn to China's "political warfare" strategies, including drug warfare via fentanyl and the compromise of American university professors. Critics argue that these actions constitute a war for "hearts and minds" conducted outside traditional military conflict.

Let Them Speak #1
Episode 993 1:19 - 4:22

993: Let Them Speak #1

Steve Pieczenik Interview Overview and Format

Adam Curry introduces an unedited, two-hour interview with Dr. Steve Pieczenik, whom he describes as a master of psychological warfare. The conversation is presented without commercials or interruptions to allow Pieczenik to tell his stories in full. Curry notes that while some of the claims are difficult to believe, Pieczenik provides specific names and dates to support his narratives.

Spock Tiled
Episode 1410 2:26:21 - 2:29:56

1410: Spock Tiled

Morning Show Review, Corporate Charity and Brain Cancer

A review of mainstream morning news programs highlights a focus on lighthearted holiday content, such as Christmas cookies, contrasted with grim segments on brain cancer. The analysis criticizes "Pay It Forward" segments where corporations like Coca-Cola provide small grants to businesses struggling under government-imposed restrictions.

Boost or Baste
Episode 1401 5:41 - 7:12

1401: Boost or Baste

French Intelligence Officer, Vaccine Psychological Warfare Claims

French Army Captain Alexandre Juvin-Brunet, a former intelligence officer, claims the French government is utilizing military-grade psychological warfare to promote COVID-19 vaccines. Juvin-Brunet argues that because a vaccine mandate is unconstitutional in France, President Emmanuel Macron's administration is using divisive tactics to pressure the population.

Mask Debate
Episode 1264 1:39:03 - 1:42:06

1264: Mask Debate

CCP Psychological Warfare, Unconstrained Analytics

A donor highlights the work of Mike Glover, an ex-Green Beret who claims that BLM, Antifa, and the "Plandemic" are psychological tests orchestrated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The theory suggests a Marxist-Maoist invasion is occurring through social and psychological means. Listeners are encouraged to investigate "Unconstrained Analytics" for further assessment of these unconventional warfare tactics.

Agitprop
Episode 1252 41:24 - 45:22

1252: Agitprop

Psychological Warfare and the Rayshard Brooks Shooting Narrative

The interpretation of the Rayshard Brooks police shooting in Atlanta serves as an example of psychological warfare, where different audiences view the same data through opposing lenses. While body camera footage shows Brooks firing a taser at officers, some media outlets, including Fox News, have been accused of editing footage to omit the taser deployment. This narrative manipulation contributes to a "Dimension A and Dimension B" reality regarding police use of force.

Mask Up!
Episode 1245 42:58 - 47:05

1245: Mask Up!

UK SAGE Document on Psychological Coercion

A leaked document from the UK's Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) outlines strategies for increasing public adherence to social distancing. The document suggests using "hard-hitting emotional messaging" to increase the perceived level of personal threat and mobilizing "social disapproval" against those who do not comply. Critics describe the tactics as a form of sinister psychological manipulation.

Troll Union
Episode 1130 10:31 - 19:19

1130: Troll Union

Steve Pieczenik on Notre Dame False Flag Theory

Dr. Steve Pieczenik posits that the Notre Dame fire was a false flag operation intended to unify France amidst the Yellow Vest protests. Pieczenik cites the removal of statues days before the fire and a perceived 23-minute delay in emergency response as evidence. He characterizes President Emmanuel Macron as a "sociopath" trained by the Rothschild family who used the crisis to bolster his 24% approval rating.